In a remarkable display of bravery, two siblings from Mhondoro, Mashonaland East province, saved their mother from the jaws of a crocodile in January this year. Peace and Luckmore Magaya, aged 10 and 12 respectively, have been hailed as heroes for their selfless act, which has earned them recognition from the highest office in the land.

The siblings’ mother, who wishes to remain anonymous, expressed her deepest gratitude to her children for saving her life. “I owe my life to my children,” she said, still shaken by the ordeal. “Their bravery and quick thinking saved me from certain death.”

The President of Zimbabwe, Emmerson Mnangagwa, was so impressed by the siblings’ bravery that he honored them at a special ceremony. The President praised Peace and Luckmore for their fearlessness and selflessness, saying, “Your actions are a shining example of the values we hold dear as Zimbabweans.”

As a token of appreciation, the President awarded each sibling $5,000 and pledged to cover their education fees. The siblings were also showered with praise and accolades from the community, who hailed them as heroes.